The 9 Best Seven Lakes Tours from Samarkand

1.Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $100Our pick

Cross from Samarkand into Tajikistan for a private day trip through the Fann Mountains. You’ll visit the colorful Marguzor Lakes, rural mountain villages, and Sarazm with local guides such as Shamsiddin, Shakhzod, Omar, or Farrukh. Expect a long day, a walk across the border, and rough roads.

“Great excursion. Beautiful place. Border crossing was straightforward but tedious. Drivers were polite. Driver on the Tajik side was very knowledgeable and bought us some tasty food. On the other hand, he was constantly calling and texting Read more”

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2.Tour From Samarkand To Tajikistan: Seven Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $99

Leave Samarkand with an Uzbek guide such as Ikram or Iqrom, cross into Tajikistan on foot, visit Sarazm and Panjakent, then ride into the mountains for seven lakes. Expect an early start, rough roads, a Tajik driver, and a long but rewarding day.

“The Seven Lakes and the historic town of Panjakent are true gems of Tajikistan. The landscapes are stunning, the atmosphere peaceful, and the cultural experience unforgettable. A day trip well worth taking!”

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3.Seven Lakes of Tajikistan Full Package Excursion from Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $175

Travel from Samarkand to Tajikistan with Ali and an Uzbek driver to see all seven lakes, each with its own color and character. The 11-hour trip includes pickup, air-conditioned transport, snacks, water, and internet, plus time for walks, photos, village visits, and a possible swim.

“This tour with Ali and his team was great from start to finish. Ali and the Uzbek driver picked me up on time from Samarkand to take me on a wonderful tour. The crossing to and from Tajikistan went smoothly as I am sure Ali has gone Read more”

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4.Seven Lakes Tajikistan Private Excursion From Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $145

Travel from Samarkand across the Tajik border to all seven lakes of the Khaftkul Valley. Your private group gets transport, an English-speaking Tajik guide, and time at Nezhigon, Soya, Gushor, Nofin, Khurdak, Marguzor, and Hazorchashma. Dawood and driver Masoor have led some departures.

“I had an amazing day exploring the Fann mountains and the seven lakes. The guide Dawood and driver Masoor were so helpful and shared amazing history and background of Tajikistan. I would highly recommend this trip.”

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5.Seven Lakes Tajikistan: All-Inclusive Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $94Best value

Travel from Samarkand into Tajikistan with a private guide such as Amir, cross the border on foot, visit all seven Fann Mountain lakes, and enjoy Tajik lunch or a picnic. The 8 to 9 hour tour includes hotel pickup, transport, bottled water, and door-to-door guiding.

“This was a really enjoyable trip to the 7 lakes in Tadjikistan from our hotel in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Amir our guide picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the border and walked through with us to meet our driver on the Tadjikistan sidRead more”

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6.Day Tour from Samarkand Explore Panjakent and Seven Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $99

Travel from Samarkand into Tajikistan with a private vehicle and guide, stopping at Panjakent Bazaar, 5,500-year-old Sarazm, and the Seven Lakes. Guide Bibi is named in one detailed account. Expect border formalities, scenic photo stops, bottled water, and no included lunch.

“The driver picked me up from my hotel on time, so after picking up the other two guests we also made the journey to the border control (approx. 1 hour).”

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7.Panjakent day trip from Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $150

Travel from Samarkand into Tajikistan on a private 6 to 7-hour trip with pickup, lunch, transport, and entrance fees included. Explore Ancient Panjakent, the 5,500-year-old site of Sarazm, Mukhammad Bashoro Mausoleum, Panjakent Bazaar, and the Rudaki museum. Umar may guide your day.

“Outstanding one day familiarisation with Tadzhikstan. Guide knowledgeable. Our conversation carried on all day.”

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8.Day Trip to Tajikistan’s Seven Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $109

Travel from Samarkand to Tajikistan’s Seven Lakes in about 10 hours with transport and a guide. You’ll cross the border with assistance, shop for lunch at Panjakent Bazaar, stop at all seven lakes, and finish with an optional one-hour hike.

“It was an amazing experience. Pick up, drop off and the tour all were on time. Guide was very good. Gave us lot of worthy info”

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9.Seven Lakes Panjakent: One-Day Adventure from Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $100

Meet your guide at Gur-i Amir in Samarkand for a private day trip across the Uzbek-Tajik border. Visit ancient Sarazm and Panjakent, then follow mountain roads to Seven Lakes, including Nezhigon, Soya, Gushor, and Nofin. Bring your passport, lunch money, and patience for a long day.

“Breathtaking Beauty of Seven Lakes – A Hidden Gem in Tajikistan”

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